LEAN AND GREEN BROCCOLI CHEDDAR BREAKFAST BAKE

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We’ve all heard breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and with this healthier version of a casserole, you’ll be off to a great start! This Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Bake has just under 290 calories per serving.

The average daily caloric intake in America is 2100 calories. That’s why we like to keep our dishes lower than 300 so it’s more manageable for those on weight loss goals or who have already lost some weight!

Do you dream of eating American food at every meal? Make one delicious, protein-packed lean and green Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Bake and you will have an American dish that is both flavorful and fits into your healthy diet plan.

• Difficulty
  EASY
• Servings
  4
• Cooking Time
  45 MINUTES
• Prep Time
  10 MINUTES

LEAN & GREEN BROCCOLI CHEDDAR BREAKFAST BAKE

Ingredients

• 6 cup Small Broccoli florets
• 9 large Eggs
• 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)*
• 1 can Light Cooking Spray
• 4 oz Reduced-Fat Cheddar Cheese shredded

LEAN & GREEN BROCCOLI CHEDDAR BREAKFAST BAKE

Instructions

1. Turn on the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Put broccoli in a microwave-safe dish. Add 2 or 3 Tbsp. water. Microwave for 3-4 minutes or until it is soft. Put the broccoli in a colander to put out any extra liquid leftover.
3. While you are whisking the eggs, milk, and seasonings together in a bowl, mix them up with a spoon.
4. Arrange the broccoli on the bottom of a lightly greased 13 x 9 baking dish. Sprinkle cheese on the broccoli and pour the egg mixture over top.
5. Bake the cake for 40 to 45 minutes. Take it out when the inside is set and the top is brown.